1996 Lancia Kappa vs. 2008 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2008 Mazda Premacy is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lancia Kappa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lancia Kappa would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda Premacy (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Kappa. (122 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 170 kg more than 2008 Mazda Premacy.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Lancia Kappa (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Premacy. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lancia Kappa | 2008 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Kappa | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
